Birthing people are often under prepared for the pushing part of labor, which may contribute to many hours of ineffective pushing, long term pelvic floor damage and weakness, medical interventions or even a cesarean birth. This is due in part to a lack of understanding of and limited preparation for optimal pushing. Chantal created her workshop, Pushing Power to educate and empower pregnant people about their own bodies, especially for the pushing part of labor!

In her unique class you will learn the essential role of the pelvic floor muscles and how they help rotate the baby and get into birth ready position. We will find the landmarks of the bony pelvis in ourselves and determine how the pelvis and baby interact during birth and how to make more space for baby. We will discover what “2nd Stage” of labor is and what happens during pushing and explore strategies to help it be more easeful and shorter and reduce perineal trauma. We will review breath and practice positions for effective pushing and how best to prepare the pregnant body for pushing and a full postpartum recovery.

Whether an epidural or unmedicated birth is planned; Chantal’s workshop will leave you feeling confident and prepared.

Note: In an effort to maximize space at our studio, this workshop is for the birthing person only. Should a partner wish to attend, they may purchase a second spot.